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4 personal reasons why some doctors have a lower risk of burnout

System-level solutions to combat burnout continue to advance. But what individual factors help some physicians avoid burnout? Find out more with the AMA.

Physician Health
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Resident clinics: 6 keys to training up on team-based care

For medical residents to learn to lead an effective team in their careers, they need to experience one during residency. Here are the steps to creating effective teams in your resident clinic.

Scope of Practice
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2019 novel coronavirus: 6 questions that doctors are asking

With 2019-nCoV being declared a public health emergency, U.S. physicians are seeking clear guidance. Learn about the latest advice from the CDC.

Public Health
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5 ways to make team-based care a reality in your private practice

Preventing physician burnout is one of the many reasons private practices should take advantage of team-based care. Find out more from the AMA.

Private Practices
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7 ways to expand diversity in precision medicine research

People of European ancestry make up about 10% of the world’s population, but 78% of genetic study participants. Learn how to reach diverse populations to change that picture and improve precision medicine.

Precision Medicine
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When global health emergencies strike, how should doctors respond?

Because epidemics are complex, coordinated responses across many disciplines are needed. Find out more from the AMA.

Ethics
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Physician burnout: Which medical specialties feel the most stress

The overall physician burnout rate has dropped. Find out how your medical specialty compares, and learn what's driving doctor burnout and how to prevent it.

Physician Health
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Medical students: Learn why team-based care is so critical

“None of us is as smart as all of us,” goes the saying. It applies to medicine too.

Medical School Life
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Feeling burned out? Try picking up the phone to call your coach

Professional coaching may be one effective strategy to reduce physician burnout and improve well-being, says research published in JAMA. Learn how it works.

Physician Health